Shrines and Special Places of Remembrance

A shrine or a special place of remembrance can provide you, friends or family, a safe place for grieving and honouring the memory of a lost loved one.

Memorial benches and trees

Some people want to remember their loved one away from the environment of a cemetery. Memorial seats and trees can be donated to local parks with a plaque in memory of the deceased. Get in touch with your local council to find out what their processes are.

Some companies work directly with Councils to craft and place memorial furniture.  Metal Art is one such example.

Shrines

If you have an urn and want somewhere special for it, or simply want a place to keep photos and special mementos at home, you might like to create a shrine. This could also be a place to light candles or incense, or even place your loved ones favourite treats in. In some cultures it’s normal to have a family shrine, with photos of ancestors on display as a way to honour their memory.

Other Ideas

• If your loved one was involved in a hobby or sport, consider donating a trophy or equipment in their honour.